Sep 6, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts, Quality Assurance Update
Most California producers have already invested in standby generators, but with power outages increasing in frequency and length, some may be wondering if their emergency plans and equipment are sufficient. Highlights: What you need to know about emergency power on...
Aug 31, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts, Quality Assurance Update
Much progress has been made, but much is left to do. With only four rendering facilities in California processing animal mortalities, a heat event can overwhelm the state’s limited disposal capacity. Similarly, a mechanical problem in a single plant can disrupt...
Aug 31, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts, Quality Assurance Update
The Calf Care & Quality Assurance (CCQA) program was developed through an alliance of beef, dairy, and veal organizations to promote science-based, commonsense practices resulting in better consumer confidence, health outcomes, and profitability. For interested...
Aug 31, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts
The National Weather Service has issued regional warnings for excessive heat throughout California, extending into next week. Highs could potentially reach up to 113 degrees for the coming six days. Particularly concerning for farmers is that overnight lows in many...
Jul 12, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts, Quality Assurance Update
By Deanne Meyer, Ph.D., Livestock Waste Management Specialist, UC Davis, Department of Animal Science, UC ANR Is your dairy certified in Environmental Stewardship? If it is, you know the value of certification. The California Dairy Quality Assurance Program (CDQAP)...
Jun 29, 2022 | Blog Posts, Featured Posts
By Dr. Michael Payne, UC Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine; Director, CDQAP A previous CMAB survey suggested at least half of California’s dairies have experienced some form of rural crime, including theft, trespass, vandalism, illegal dumping, clandestine...
